Registered Nurse- Simulation Professional Development Practitioner

Full Job Description

The Simulation Registered Nurse Professional Development Practitioner will plan, develop, implement, evaluate, and consult on a variety of training activities to accomplish results-oriented outcomes and promote the values and goals of the MVAHCS Simulation Program.

Simulation content areas cover a wide array of clinical, administrative, and technical topics due to the diversity of jobs and related skills and competencies required by the MVAHCS clinical and non-clinical workforce.

Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C.

7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.

Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program.

Upon achievement of a State license, the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program.

(Reference VA Handbook 5005, Appendix G6); OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program.

Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD).

Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or the District of Columbia.

Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements, but do not possess the required licensure, may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) 3-5 years of nursing critical care or emergency medicine experience.

Certified Health Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification with demonstrated expertise in simulation pedagogy.

Nursing Professional Development experience in inpatient, outpatient, or procedural setting.

Grade Determinations: The following Scope, Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade.

The Dimension requirements (Practice, Veteran/Patient Driven Care, Leadership, Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12880821.

Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I, Level I Delivers fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies.

An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional professional nursing required.

Nurse I, Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts, cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex.

An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required.

Nurse I, Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning. Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations.

An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I, Level 2; OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I, Level 2; OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience; OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience.

Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others.

A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I, Level 3; OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 3; OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 3; OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience; OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience.

Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting.

MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience, one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience, one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III; OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III.

*Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position.

Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of examination. Major Duties:

Major duties include, but are not limited to: Proficient in educational methodology and its application to professional development in healthcare. a.

Analyzes issues, trends, and supporting data to determine the needs of individuals and the organization as a whole b.

Collects data to validate identified professional practice gaps and determines the specific knowledge, skill or practice deficit c.

Identifies desired outcomes and establishes a plan to outline strategies and resources to achieve desired learning outcomes d.

Coordinates educational activities and initiatives, and employs strategies to facilitate positive learning environments e.

Evaluates progress toward attainment of desired outcomes (Harper & Maloney, 2022) Responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-based learning experiences.

Uses medical and simulation evidence-based practice to develop and deliver clinical training that supports improved patient safety and quality care delivery.

Assists with the operation of the simulators, including manikins, partial task trainers and other simulation devices as well as associated software and hardware, in training sessions.

Utilizes role-playing, props, and dialogue to create a realistic learning environment consistent with simulation educational theory.

Provides technical assistance and support to MVAHCS faculty utilizing the simulator and simulation center.

Serves as an expert in simulation educational methodology and techniques, software programs and equipment. Serves as a simulation training resource to educators, clinicians, and other simulation users.

Evaluates effectiveness of courses and instructional techniques.

Analyzes data from participant evaluations, identifies areas that need improvement and makes recommendations for accomplishing improvement.

Redesigns courses to better suit the needs of clinical adult learners and the objectives.

Reviews new and existing training curriculum to ensure quality and current best practice education is delivered.

Follows INACSL, SSH, ASPE, and SimLEARN Resuscitation Education and Innovation (REdI) program, American Heart Association (AHA), and Joint Commission regulatory standards along with communication of standardized simulation terms according to the SSH Healthcare Simulation dictionary.

Collaborates with regional and national simulation users within VA system to advance the use of simulation in healthcare education at MVAHCS.

Provides training and orientation for standardized patients and embedded participants according to ASPE regulatory standards and VA contracts.

Applies professional skill and knowledge to solving educational problems through innovative and effective methods for education or by recommending appropriate policy revisions.

Exhibits effective communication and emotional intelligence that promotes a psychological safe learning environment to support learner engagement within training and debriefing activities aimed at transferring knowledge and psychomotor skillsets into clinical practice.

Position requires some flexibility in schedule and training assignments as this is a 24/7 facility. Practices good internal and external customer services surrounding all work activities.

Must be poised and articulate in communicating with people of varied educational levels, ethnic backgrounds, and generations of learners.

Obtain BLS/ACLS/PALS and/or TNCC instructor certifications as requested.

Implementation of Advanced Life Support Program, including BLS, ACLS, and PALS education and mock code delivery, RQI implementation support, ongoing quality improvement, tracking of staff training, assisting with training deficiencies, reporting program data, equipment maintenance including VAM CPR stations and training supply change outs.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm, Occasional off tour coverage may be required.

Telework: ADHOC-May be authorized (Employee who Telework on an occasional, episodic, or short-term, and have completed required telework training and telework agreement).

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers.

This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest.

As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.

This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community.

This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.